Senior Staff Attorney - Staff Attorney 2

Job Details

Working Title: Senior Staff Attorney
Job Class: Staff Attorney 2
Agency: MNsure

• Job ID: 88791
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/10/2025
• Closing Date: 09/23/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MNsure / MNsure - MAPE
• Division/Unit: MNsure / MNsure Purchasing & Contracts
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

MNsure is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MNsure does not participate in E-Verify.

This position may be eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota (or a bordering state within 50 miles of the office location). Employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live more than 50 miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

This position exists to provide legal expertise to MNsure. The individual in this position will be responsible for providing legal advice and counsel on MNsure legal activities including advising MNsure managers, directors and executive management and coordinating with other agency legal counsel, and the Attorney General’s office. This position directs and coordinates a variety of complex and challenging areas affecting MNsure, and in particular in the areas of contracts, procurement, data privacy functions, state and federal healthcare policy, administrative policies, training and legal advice including:

• Advise MNsure on legal issues and risk to ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Provide legal research and advice to support department operations, activities, and transactions.
• Provide legal guidance and review to the Privacy Officer to ensure Data Practices compliance to support MNsure’s Privacy Officer.
• Perform a variety of legal services in multiple substantive areas of law to support MNsure’s mission and vision.
• Use subject-matter knowledge, as well as knowledge of statutory construction principles, to review and provide an analysis of legislative proposals and proposed rules, at both the state and federal level.
• Concisely describe the impact of proposed legislation on the department and its programs. Provide testimony and information to legislators in areas of expertise, as requested by MNsure Public Affairs.
• Draft MNsure comments on proposed regulatory actions.
• Assist in drafting proposed legislation.
• Coordinate General Counsel’s Office fiscal note review and identify potential fiscal impacts.
• Requires in-depth understanding of state and federal legislative processes, procedures, and functions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of career experience as a practicing attorney in an area of law related to the position.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
• Experience with contract negotiations and contract law including drafting requests for proposal, professional/technical contracts and grants, data sharing agreements, and other legally binding agreements to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex legal exceptions and exemptions to provide sound, accurate, and practical legal advice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Communicate with a variety of professional and lay persons complex legal topics; identify, articulate, analyze, and resolve complex problems having short- and long-term implications
• Knowledge of state and federal legislative processes, procedures and functions.
• Ability to make clear and sound recommendations to leadership who depend on accurate, objective, insightful and timely analyses and recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities under demanding deadlines.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact Emily Cleveland and emily.j.cleveland@state.mn.us for assistance.

If you have questions about this position, contact Katie Degrio-Channing at katie.degriochanning@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Will at megan.will@state.mn.us.

About MNsure

MNsure is Minnesota's official health insurance marketplace created through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. MNsure is where individuals and families can shop, compare, and choose health coverage that meets their needs and is the only place Minnesotans can access financial help to lower the cost of monthly insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs for eligible persons. For more information about MNsure, visit www.mnsure.org.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.